Endocrine System Stress Responses Flashcards
1
Q
What dose epinephrine and norepinephrine do
A
Heart rate increases, purples diolate, open bronchioles, blood pressure increases
2
Q
What is your body’s response to short term stress
A
Hypothalamus stimulates adrenal glands via spinal cord -> stimulates adrenal medulla to release epinephrine
3
Q
What dose aldosterone do
A
Increases sodium uptake, water uptake increases, increases blood pressure
4
Q
What happens when you experience Long term stress
A
Hypothalamus sends releasing factors to anterior pituitary -> ACTH released -> glands release aldosterone and cortisol
5
Q
What dose Cortisol do
A
Helps conversion of amino asides two glucose, repairs cells, and suppresses inflammation
